Suncorp Stadium will play host to Sunday's Round 10 NRL game between Sydney Roosters and North Queensland Cowboys. The game kicks off at 4:00 pm with Sydney Roosters heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Sydney Roosters vs. North Queensland Cowboys game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Sunday May 7, 2023 at 4:00 pm

Where: Suncorp Stadium

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Sydney Roosters vs North Queensland Cowboys Odds

Sydney Roosters vs North Queensland Cowboys Preview

After grafting out back-to-back wins, Sydney Roosters will be looking to build some momentum heading into the middle part of the season when they take on battling, second-last North Queensland.

Fortunate to escape with a 27-26 win over the Dragons on Anzac Day, the Roosters navigated a short turnaround, the loss of Daniel Tupou and Jared Waerea-Hargreaves, and a trip across the Tasman to shut the Warriors out 14-0 in their own backyard and improve to 5-3.

Brandon Smith (neck) is in doubt but has been named. Paul Momirvoski is out, with Drew Hutchison the new centre and Jake Turpin joining the bench, Waerea-Hargreaves returns from a rest, bumping Fletcher Baker out of the 17.

The 3-6 Cowboys hit a harrowing season low at Cronulla last Thursday, trounced 44-6 by the Sharks as the team looked unrecognisable compared to its 2022 top-four incarnation.

Injuries are playing a part but they look a team devoid of confidence and are scoring the second-least points in the NRL.

Heilum Luki’s return from injury is timely with Jeremiah Nanai suspended for four games. Chad Townsend (calf) is racing the clock, with Ben Hampton a possible replacement at halfback.

Kulikefu Finefeuiaki comes onto the bench for Tom Chester (ACL).

The Roosters have won their last five against the Cowboys by 14+, including a pair of comfortable 2022 wins – 28-4 in Townsville and 32-18 at the SCG – despite finishing lower on the ladder.

A similar result looms on Sunday unless Todd Payten can work a coaching miracle with the biggest outsiders of Magic Round ($4.10).

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